Here’s the rub: NDC traded galamsey outrage for votes, now they’re too scared to face the gold-fueled monster

By Richard Sena Quashie

Published: March 26, 2025

Last Updated: June 2, 2025

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As NDC dithers on galamsey promises, Ghana slides from environmental disaster to security nightmare

As NDC dithers on galamsey promises, Ghana slides from environmental disaster to security nightmare

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